Fifty-seven graduates persevered through the extremely challenging curriculum and demanding schedules and successfully completed the Practical Nursing program. In addition to receiving diplomas, the graduates were welcomed to their new profession with the traditional pinning ceremony. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY JUNE 28, 2024 OCVTS Holds Graduation For 57 Practical Nursing Students OCVTS Holds Graduation For 57 Practical Nursing Students Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS JUNE 28, 2024 Toms River, NJ, June 28, 2024 – OCVTS held its 101st commencement ceremony for the graduates of the Practical Nursing program. Families and friends gathered to recognize the 57 graduates who persevered through the extremely challenging curriculum and demanding schedules and successfully completed the program. In addition to receiving diplomas, the graduates were welcomed to their new profession with the traditional pinning ceremony. The graduates receive a symbolic pin from a member of the faculty or by a family member who is also a nursing professional. This year, 23 of the 57 graduates were pinned by family members; 8 of those 23 family members were past graduates of the OCVTS Practical Nursing Program. Several 2024 graduates received scholarships and recognition for outstanding achievements. The Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education presented Awards of Academic Excellence/Outstanding Student Awards to Christina Dye for maintaining the highest-grade point average; Calista Barrett for maintaining the second highest average, and Kayla Fioretti for maintaining the third highest grade point average throughout the program. OCVTS has forged valuable partnerships with more than a dozen local hospitals and healthcare facilities, facilitating invaluable practical experience for students and allowing them to seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom with real-world applications. Over half of the required hours of the Practical Nursing Program involves clinical rotations at these facilities, providing students with opportunities to gain experience and apply classroom theory. Notably, Samantha Hammond and Jose Lopez-Sierra received the Bernadette DeFrancisci Scholarship Award for excelling in their clinical work environments, exhibiting flexibility as role models and mentors, and maintaining a positive and caring attitude. This scholarship, named in honor of retired OCVTS instructor Bernadette DeFrancisci, was provided by Cordella Lyon, MAEM, BS, RN, and Dr. Ann McGowan, alumni of the OCVTS program, in honor of Mrs. "D". Additionally, three students received an award for perfect attendance despite illness, bad weather, and hectic personal and academic schedules. Samantha Antonio, Victoria Asafu-Adjaye, and Zaria Prince never missed a day of school, both in class and the clinical areas. At this time students are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination for qualification as a Licensed Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN). For additional information on the Practical Nursing program at Ocean County Vocational Technical School, please visit ocvts.org or contact 732.473.3100 extension 3137 or 3145. Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 OCVTS Holds Graduation For 57 Practical Nursing Students Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS JUNE 28, 2024 OCVTS Holds Graduation For 57 Practical Nursing Students Previous Toms River, NJ, June 28, 2024 – OCVTS held its 101st commencement ceremony for the graduates of the Practical Nursing program. Families and friends gathered to recognize the 57 graduates who persevered through the extremely challenging curriculum and demanding schedules and successfully completed the program. In addition to receiving diplomas, the graduates were welcomed to their new profession with the traditional pinning ceremony. The graduates receive a symbolic pin from a member of the faculty or by a family member who is also a nursing professional. This year, 23 of the 57 graduates were pinned by family members; 8 of those 23 family members were past graduates of the OCVTS Practical Nursing Program. Several 2024 graduates received scholarships and recognition for outstanding achievements. The Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education presented Awards of Academic Excellence/Outstanding Student Awards to Christina Dye for maintaining the highest-grade point average; Calista Barrett for maintaining the second highest average, and Kayla Fioretti for maintaining the third highest grade point average throughout the program. OCVTS has forged valuable partnerships with more than a dozen local hospitals and healthcare facilities, facilitating invaluable practical experience for students and allowing them to seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge acquired in the classroom with real-world applications. Over half of the required hours of the Practical Nursing Program involves clinical rotations at these facilities, providing students with opportunities to gain experience and apply classroom theory. Notably, Samantha Hammond and Jose Lopez-Sierra received the Bernadette DeFrancisci Scholarship Award for excelling in their clinical work environments, exhibiting flexibility as role models and mentors, and maintaining a positive and caring attitude. This scholarship, named in honor of retired OCVTS instructor Bernadette DeFrancisci, was provided by Cordella Lyon, MAEM, BS, RN, and Dr. Ann McGowan, alumni of the OCVTS program, in honor of Mrs. "D". Additionally, three students received an award for perfect attendance despite illness, bad weather, and hectic personal and academic schedules. Samantha Antonio, Victoria Asafu-Adjaye, and Zaria Prince never missed a day of school, both in class and the clinical areas. At this time students are prepared to take the National Council Licensure Examination for qualification as a Licensed Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN). For additional information on the Practical Nursing program at Ocean County Vocational Technical School, please visit ocvts.org or contact 732.473.3100 extension 3137 or 3145. Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

Explore a 4 year high school with a career focus for college bound students PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY FALL '26 2026 Academy Info Sessions Full-Time High School Career Academies in the areas of: Performing Arts, Marine and Environmental Science & Law Enforcement Explore a 4 year high school with a career focus for college bound students Date & Time Location (MATES:195 Cedar Bridge Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050), (ALPS & GPAA: 1 College Drive Bldg. #12, Toms River, NJ 08754) Details FULL-TIME HIGH SCHOOL CAREER ACADEMIES INFORMATION SESSIONS FOCUSED LEARNING... HIGH SCHOOL AT ITS BEST! All school districts in Ocean County are eligible to submit applications for these programs. The Admission Information Session provides an opportunity to tour the facilities, speak with administrators and faculty, and receive an in-depth overview of the academy approach to learning. Middle school students and their parents/guardians are encouraged to attend an admissions information session. Students receive access to all admission materials, including application, at the information sessions. Explore Academies EXPLORE ACADEMIES NOW! (MATES/GPAA/ALPS) QUICK AND EASY PRE-REGISTRATION ocvts.org/academies Marine Academy of Technology & Environmental Science Middle school students who are considering a future in math & science related fields are encouraged to attend an admissions information session. Dates: Session 1 | 11/12/2026 | 6:00 PM Session 2 | 11/14/2026 | 10:00 AM Session 3 | 11/21/2026 | 10:00 AM Location: 195 Cedar Bridge Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Info Session Pre-Registration > Pre-Register Now Grunin Performing Arts Academy Middle school students who are considering a future in the performing arts are encouraged to attend an admissions information session. Dates: Session 1 | 10/10/2026 | 9:00 AM Session 2 | 10/28/2026 | 6:00 PM Session 3 | 11/21/2026 | 9:00 AM Location: 1 College Drive Bldg. #12, Toms River, NJ 08754 Info Session Pre-Registration > Pre-Register Now Academy of Law & Public Safety Middle school students who are considering a future in law and public safety encouraged to attend an admissions information session. Dates: Session 1 | 10/17/2026 | 9:00 AM Session 2 | 10/21/2026 | 6:00 PM Session 3 | 11/11/2026 | 6:00 PM Location: 1 College Drive Bldg. #12, Toms River, NJ 08754 Info Session Pre-Registration > Pre-Register Now Pre -Register and Explore Academies EXPLORE ACADEMIES NOW! (MATES/GPAA/ALPS) QUICK AND EASY PRE-REGISTRATION ocvts.org/academies Career Academy Info Session Contact Email: nwallner@ocvts.org Phone: (732) 473-3100 x 3065 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnpANNuAYHY Previous Next Event

OCVTS Culinary Arts staff and students at the OCVTS Brick campus partnered with RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center and Seeds of Service to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,800 meals will be distributed. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY November 26, 2025 OCVTS Culinary Arts Students Prepare 3,800 Thanksgiving Meals for Families in Need OCVTS Culinary Arts Students Prepare 3,800 Thanksgiving Meals for Families in Need Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS November 26, 2025 BRICK, NJ- Culinary Arts students and staff at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Brick Campus partnered with RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center and Seeds of Service to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,800 meals will be distributed through various local social service agencies such as Preferred Behavioral Health, Department of Children Protection and Permanency (DCCP), Inspire NJ, Toms River Senior Center, George Conway Senior Center and numerous local churches and school districts. Culinary Arts students from the Brick Campus, under the direction of their instructors, prepare and roast over 400 turkeys, as well as preparing traditional side dishes including: mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and gravy. In addition, several OCVTS Culinary Arts graduates will return to the Brick Center to lend a helping hand with this much needed community service. Many of these graduates who are currently employed in the culinary field take time off from their work schedule in order to volunteer to be part of this extraordinary project. Massive assembly lines of students package the meals and prepare them to be distributed over several days and it is truly impressive to witness. Fundraising efforts through the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education, combined with the generosity of Seeds of Service, RWJ Barnabas Health, and financial contributions from the public fund this annual community service project which began over 26 years ago. Seeds of Service and the OCVTS Foundation provided all of the turkeys, RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center provides all of the additional food items needed to prepare the meals, and the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education provides the packaging and containers needed for distributing these meals. What does it take to prepare over 3,800 Thanksgiving meals? BY THE NUMBERS… Over 4000 lbs. of turkeys 1500 lbs. of potatoes 1200 lbs. of sweet potatoes 1200 lbs. of stuffing 450 lbs. of green beans 90 gallons of gravy About Ocean County Vocational Technical School Ocean County Vocational Technical School provides an intensive and immersive educational experience aligned with the current and emerging demands of business, industry, and advanced education. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 OCVTS Culinary Arts Students Prepare 3,800 Thanksgiving Meals for Families in Need Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS November 26, 2025 OCVTS Culinary Arts Students Prepare 3,800 Thanksgiving Meals for Families in Need Previous BRICK, NJ- Culinary Arts students and staff at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Brick Campus partnered with RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center and Seeds of Service to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,800 meals will be distributed through various local social service agencies such as Preferred Behavioral Health, Department of Children Protection and Permanency (DCCP), Inspire NJ, Toms River Senior Center, George Conway Senior Center and numerous local churches and school districts. Culinary Arts students from the Brick Campus, under the direction of their instructors, prepare and roast over 400 turkeys, as well as preparing traditional side dishes including: mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and gravy. In addition, several OCVTS Culinary Arts graduates will return to the Brick Center to lend a helping hand with this much needed community service. Many of these graduates who are currently employed in the culinary field take time off from their work schedule in order to volunteer to be part of this extraordinary project. Massive assembly lines of students package the meals and prepare them to be distributed over several days and it is truly impressive to witness. Fundraising efforts through the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education, combined with the generosity of Seeds of Service, RWJ Barnabas Health, and financial contributions from the public fund this annual community service project which began over 26 years ago. Seeds of Service and the OCVTS Foundation provided all of the turkeys, RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center provides all of the additional food items needed to prepare the meals, and the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education provides the packaging and containers needed for distributing these meals. What does it take to prepare over 3,800 Thanksgiving meals? BY THE NUMBERS… Over 4000 lbs. of turkeys 1500 lbs. of potatoes 1200 lbs. of sweet potatoes 1200 lbs. of stuffing 450 lbs. of green beans 90 gallons of gravy About Ocean County Vocational Technical School Ocean County Vocational Technical School provides an intensive and immersive educational experience aligned with the current and emerging demands of business, industry, and advanced education. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

Staff members engaged in multiple challenges and activities for an invigorating experience. This years staff field day included over 13 team building events. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY SEP 1, 2022 OCVTS School District Hosts Staff Field Day OCVTS School District Hosts Staff Field Day OCVTS School District SEP 1, 2022 At the OCVTS staff field day on Sept. 1, staff members engaged in multiple challenges and activities for an invigorating experience. This years staff field day included over 13 team building events. Some of the activities included; kickball, volleyball, corn hole, line dancing, step by step painting, zumba, pound fitness, relay races and family feud. What better way to start the new school year than to have a Staff Field Day. Here's to another successful school year. WELCOME BACK OCVTS! Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 OCVTS School District Hosts Staff Field Day OCVTS School District SEP 1, 2022 OCVTS School District Hosts Staff Field Day Previous At the OCVTS staff field day on Sept. 1, staff members engaged in multiple challenges and activities for an invigorating experience. This years staff field day included over 13 team building events. Some of the activities included; kickball, volleyball, corn hole, line dancing, step by step painting, zumba, pound fitness, relay races and family feud. What better way to start the new school year than to have a Staff Field Day. Here's to another successful school year. WELCOME BACK OCVTS! Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

Embrace challenges as chances to grow, and remember, your potential knows no bounds. Have a Great 2025/2026 School Year! PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 Welcome Back to a New and Exciting 2025/2026 School Year Welcome Back to a New and Exciting 2025/2026 School Year Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 The Ocean County Vocational Technical School District Welcomes You Back to School! Students, teachers and staff welcome back to a new exciting school year at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School, Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science, Grunin Performing Arts Academy and Academy of Law and Public Safety. It's a brand new chapter filled with opportunities, friendships, and knowledge waiting to be discovered. Let's embark on this educational journey together, making it unforgettable! Embrace challenges as chances to grow, and remember, your potential knows no bounds. Have a Great 2025/2026 School Year! Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 Welcome Back to a New and Exciting 2025/2026 School Year Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 Welcome Back to a New and Exciting 2025/2026 School Year Previous The Ocean County Vocational Technical School District Welcomes You Back to School! Students, teachers and staff welcome back to a new exciting school year at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School, Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science, Grunin Performing Arts Academy and Academy of Law and Public Safety. It's a brand new chapter filled with opportunities, friendships, and knowledge waiting to be discovered. Let's embark on this educational journey together, making it unforgettable! Embrace challenges as chances to grow, and remember, your potential knows no bounds. Have a Great 2025/2026 School Year! Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY EDUCATION AT IT'S BEST WHERE ARE WE LOCATED LOCATIONS ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 137 Bey Lea Road Toms River NJ 08753 Phone: (732) 240 6414 JACKSON LOCATION 850 Toms River Road Jackson, NJ 08527 Phone: (732) 286 5665 BRICK LOCATION 350 Chambers Bridge Road Brick, NJ 08723 Phone: (732) 286 5670 STUDENT SERVICES LOCATION (High School & Academy Admissions) 131 Bey Lea Road Toms River, NJ 08753 Phone: (732) 244 1122 TOMS RIVER LOCATION 1299 Old Freehold Road Toms River, NJ 08753 (732) 473 3100 Waretown Location 423 Wells Mills Road (Route 532) Waretown, NJ 08758 Phone: (732) 286 5660 Marine Academy of Technology & Environmental Science 195 Cedar Bridge Road Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Phone: (609) 978 8439 Cuisine on the Green at Atlantis | Ocean County Center for Culinary Arts Atlantis Golf Club 261 Country Club Boulevard Little Egg Harbor, NJ Phone: (609) 296 2137 Grunin Performing Arts Academy 1 College Drive Bldg. #12 Toms River, NJ 08754 Phone: (732) 286 5678 OCVTS Russell Building (Pre-Nursing) 1 College Drive Bldg. #7 (Russell Building) Toms River, NJ 08754 Phone: (732) 408 4045 Academy of Law & Public Safety 1 College Drive Bldg. #7 (Russell Building) Toms River, NJ 08754 Phone: (732) 408 4045

Students and staff at the OCVTS Brick Center partnered again this year with Fulfill, formerly known as the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean County, and RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,500 meals will be distributed. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY NOV 21, 2023 OCVTS Feed the Need 2023 Prepares Over 3500 Meals for Local Families OCVTS Feed the Need 2023 Prepares Over 3500 Meals for Local Families OCVTS Administration NOV 21, 2023 BRICK, NEW JERSEY Culinary Arts students and staff at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Brick Center partnered again this year with Fulfill, formerly known as the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean County, and RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,500 meals will be distributed through various local social service agencies such as Preferred Behavioral Health, DCCP, Inspire NJ, Golden Opportunities Outreach, and numerous local churches. Culinary Arts students from the Brick Center, under the direction of their instructors, prepare and roast over 450 turkeys, as well as preparing traditional side dishes including: mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and gravy. In addition, several OCVTS Culinary Arts graduates will return to the Brick Center to lend a helping hand with this much needed community service. Many of these graduates who are currently employed in the Culinary field take time off from their work schedule in order to volunteer to be part of this extraordinary project. Massive assembly lines of students package the meals and prepare them to be distributed over several days and it is truly impressive to witness. Fundraising efforts through the OCVTS Foundation, combined with the generosity of Fulfill, RWJ Barnabas Health, and financial contributions from the public fund this annual community service project which began over 20 years ago. Fulfill provides all of the turkeys, RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center provides all of the additional food items needed to prepare the meals, and the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education provides the packaging and containers needed for distributing these meals. What does it take to prepare over 3,500 Thanksgiving meals? BY THE NUMBERS… Over 3000 lbs. of turkeys 1500 lbs. of potatoes 1200 lbs. of sweet potatoes 850 lbs. of stuffing 450 lbs. of green beans 90 gallons of gravy Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 OCVTS Feed the Need 2023 Prepares Over 3500 Meals for Local Families OCVTS Administration NOV 21, 2023 OCVTS Feed the Need 2023 Prepares Over 3500 Meals for Local Families Previous BRICK, NEW JERSEY Culinary Arts students and staff at the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Brick Center partnered again this year with Fulfill, formerly known as the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean County, and RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center to prepare meals for those in need this Thanksgiving. Over 3,500 meals will be distributed through various local social service agencies such as Preferred Behavioral Health, DCCP, Inspire NJ, Golden Opportunities Outreach, and numerous local churches. Culinary Arts students from the Brick Center, under the direction of their instructors, prepare and roast over 450 turkeys, as well as preparing traditional side dishes including: mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, stuffing, and gravy. In addition, several OCVTS Culinary Arts graduates will return to the Brick Center to lend a helping hand with this much needed community service. Many of these graduates who are currently employed in the Culinary field take time off from their work schedule in order to volunteer to be part of this extraordinary project. Massive assembly lines of students package the meals and prepare them to be distributed over several days and it is truly impressive to witness. Fundraising efforts through the OCVTS Foundation, combined with the generosity of Fulfill, RWJ Barnabas Health, and financial contributions from the public fund this annual community service project which began over 20 years ago. Fulfill provides all of the turkeys, RWJ Barnabas Community Medical Center provides all of the additional food items needed to prepare the meals, and the Ocean County Foundation for Vocational Technical Education provides the packaging and containers needed for distributing these meals. What does it take to prepare over 3,500 Thanksgiving meals? BY THE NUMBERS… Over 3000 lbs. of turkeys 1500 lbs. of potatoes 1200 lbs. of sweet potatoes 850 lbs. of stuffing 450 lbs. of green beans 90 gallons of gravy Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

Fifty-four Practical Nursing students at OCVTS recently received the traditional nurse’s cap at a ceremony recognizing the achievements and accomplishments in completing the first half of the intense and comprehensive nursing program. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY MARCH 29, 2022 OCVTS NURSING STUDENTS RECOGNIZED AT TRADITIONAL CAPPING CEREMONY OCVTS NURSING STUDENTS RECOGNIZED AT TRADITIONAL CAPPING CEREMONY OCVTS Practical Nursing MARCH 29, 2022 Fifty-four Practical Nursing students at Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) recently received the traditional nurse’s cap at a ceremony recognizing the achievements and accomplishments in completing the first half of the intense and comprehensive nursing program. The students have successfully completed many hours of classroom and skills testing. They will now continue on to specialty rotations at local health facilities. A practical nurse is trained to care for acute, sub-acute, convalescent and chronically ill patients under the direction of a registered nurse and/or licensed physician. The OCVTS nursing students continue to gain valuable experience in the state-of-the-art nursing skills lab, funded through a generous donation from the Hirair and Anna Hovnanian Foundation. The lab, located at the OCVTS Toms River Center, equipped with the latest equipment and technology provides a reality-based approach to learning, including a life-like manikin which can be programmed to simulate a myriad of childbirth scenarios. Additionally, OCVTS has established agreements with over a dozen local hospitals and health care facilities which provide valuable opportunities for students to gain experience and apply classroom theory. Graduation is scheduled for the end of June. At that time students will be prepared to take the NCLEX-PN for qualification as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Jersey. Historically, OCVTS nursing graduates’ pass rate for the NCLEX-PN has surpassed both the state and national average pass rate. The OCVTS Practical Nursing Program was the first program offered at OCVTS and began in 1959. It is approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and the Department of Education. The program has a very competitive admissions process and class sizes are limited. It is the largest vocational technical-based nursing program in New Jersey. For more information about the Practical Nursing program at OCVTS visit ocvts.org or call 732.473.3100 extension 3137. Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 OCVTS NURSING STUDENTS RECOGNIZED AT TRADITIONAL CAPPING CEREMONY OCVTS Practical Nursing MARCH 29, 2022 OCVTS NURSING STUDENTS RECOGNIZED AT TRADITIONAL CAPPING CEREMONY Previous Fifty-four Practical Nursing students at Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) recently received the traditional nurse’s cap at a ceremony recognizing the achievements and accomplishments in completing the first half of the intense and comprehensive nursing program. The students have successfully completed many hours of classroom and skills testing. They will now continue on to specialty rotations at local health facilities. A practical nurse is trained to care for acute, sub-acute, convalescent and chronically ill patients under the direction of a registered nurse and/or licensed physician. The OCVTS nursing students continue to gain valuable experience in the state-of-the-art nursing skills lab, funded through a generous donation from the Hirair and Anna Hovnanian Foundation. The lab, located at the OCVTS Toms River Center, equipped with the latest equipment and technology provides a reality-based approach to learning, including a life-like manikin which can be programmed to simulate a myriad of childbirth scenarios. Additionally, OCVTS has established agreements with over a dozen local hospitals and health care facilities which provide valuable opportunities for students to gain experience and apply classroom theory. Graduation is scheduled for the end of June. At that time students will be prepared to take the NCLEX-PN for qualification as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Jersey. Historically, OCVTS nursing graduates’ pass rate for the NCLEX-PN has surpassed both the state and national average pass rate. The OCVTS Practical Nursing Program was the first program offered at OCVTS and began in 1959. It is approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and the Department of Education. The program has a very competitive admissions process and class sizes are limited. It is the largest vocational technical-based nursing program in New Jersey. For more information about the Practical Nursing program at OCVTS visit ocvts.org or call 732.473.3100 extension 3137. Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

More than 80 female students from three counties studying construction trades gathered to connect with esteemed female industry leaders breaking down traditional barriers at a networking event. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY OCT, 15 2024 Breaking Barriers OCVTS and Partners Empower Female Construction Trades Students through Inspiring Networking Event with Professional Industry Leaders Breaking Barriers OCVTS and Partners Empower Female Construction Trades Students through Inspiring Networking Event with Professional Industry Leaders Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS OCT, 15 2024 FARMINGDALE, NJ- In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering young women in the construction industry, the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District (OCVTS), in association with Professional Women in Construction New Jersey Chapter and Professional Women in Building of the Garden State, hosted an exceptional networking event. On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, more than 80 female students from Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties, all enrolled in construction-related career training programs, gathered at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Program Activity Center to connect with esteemed industry leaders, breaking down traditional barriers and fostering a sense of empowerment and camaraderie. The event kicked off with an inspiring panel of five industry leaders who shared their powerful stories of determination and success. Carol Stillwell, Owner & President of Stillwell-Hansen, Inc.; Leigh-Ann Brannigan, Membership Director for the Associated Construction Contractors of NJ; Julia Howard, Senior Project Manager at Gilbane Building Co.; Cyndie Williams, Executive Director of the Carpenter Contractor Trust; and Tom De Bartolo, President of Monmouth & Ocean B&CTC and President and Business Manager of Local 27, each took the stage to offer unique insights into their respective careers. The panelists addressed a series of thought-provoking questions prepared by female construction trade students from Ocean County Vocational Technical School. Each panelist shared their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in the construction industry, including the unique challenges faced by women in the field, providing valuable advice and inspiration during the Q&A session. The networking segment of the event offered an invaluable opportunity for students to connect with over 100 professionals from a wide array of sectors within the construction industry, including contractors, union representatives, project managers, apprentices, business agents, engineers, architects, business owners, utility companies, professional organizations, and much more. Students actively engaged with potential employers and industry leaders, asking questions, sharing their aspirations, and gaining insights into the realities of the profession. In turn, industry representatives enthusiastically interacted with the students, sharing their personal success stories and offering guidance on navigating career choices. This collaborative atmosphere allowed students to gather valuable contact information from these experts, paving the way for meaningful mentorship relationships and a deeper exploration of diverse career paths within the construction field. This event was more than just a networking opportunity; it was a powerful statement of inclusivity, support, and encouragement. By bringing together female students and industry leaders, OCVTS and its partners have taken a significant step towards breaking down barriers, inspiring future generations, and creating a more diverse and empowered workforce within the construction industry. This initiative is not just about raising awareness; it’s about providing practical content and actionable resources to advance inclusion. By highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion, we drive improvements within our organizations, elevate our projects, and inspire a new standard of excellence and innovation industry-wide—especially as part of Construction Inclusion Week, which focuses on making the workplace more welcoming and inclusive. The OCVTS Career and Technical Educational Programs represented include Welding, Electrical Trades, New Home Construction, Diesel Engine Technology, Building Construction Technology, Custom Woodworking and Design, Heavy Equipment Operation, Mates Engineering, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Steamfitting, and Fire Suppression Systems. Additionally, the Adult Education programs in attendance included Basic Home Systems, Carpentry, Welding, and Electrical Trades. Organizations in attendance: ACCNJ, All County Exteriors LLC, Asbury Park Area Local Union 400 JATC, Berkowsky and Associates, Inc., Brick Recycling Company, Bricklayers Union/IMI, Building and General Construction Laborers Local 77, Carpenter Contractor Trust, Carpenters Union Local 255, Construction & General Laborers’ Local 172 Local 172, DI Group Architecture, Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters, EMR Group, George Harms Construction Co., Inc., Gilbane Building Company, H.C. Constructors, Inc., Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 32 / Insulators International Union, Heavy and General Laborers Local 472, Insulators International Union / Insulators Local 89 / Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 32, Insulators Local 89, International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 21 Springfield NJ branch, Ironworkers Local 11, Jay-Hill Repairs, JDC Energy Services, LLC, JINGOLI-DCO Energy, Local 400 IBEW Electrical Workers, Local 7 Tile, Marble, Terrazzo of NY/NJ, Local 9 Plumbers and Pipefitters, Middlesex County Magnet Schools, Monmouth County Vocational School District, Monmouth/Ocean Counties Building & Construction Trades Council, New Jersey Construction Craft Laborer Apprenticeship Program, New Jersey Resources, NJ Construction Craft Laborers Apprenticeship Program, NJBCTC/YTTW Program, Ocean County Vocational Technical School, Operating Engineers Local: IUOE Local 825, Professional Women in Building of the Garden State, Professional Women in Construction New Jersey Chapter, Provident Bank, Pure Soil, A Division of Earle, Riparian, Rizco, SERVPRO, Shore Builders Association of Central NJ, SMART Local 27 Sheet Metal Workers, Sprinkler Fitters Local 696 Newark N.J., Stavola, Stillwell-Hansen Inc., Thomas Company Inc., Vericon Construction, Woodworking Programs - Maplewoodshop, and World Insurance Associates. About Ocean County Vocational Technical School Ocean County Vocational Technical School provides an intensive and immersive educational experience aligned with the current and emerging demands of business, industry, and advanced education. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. Please visit www.ocvts.org to learn more. Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 Breaking Barriers OCVTS and Partners Empower Female Construction Trades Students through Inspiring Networking Event with Professional Industry Leaders Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS OCT, 15 2024 Breaking Barriers OCVTS and Partners Empower Female Construction Trades Students through Inspiring Networking Event with Professional Industry Leaders Previous FARMINGDALE, NJ- In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering young women in the construction industry, the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District (OCVTS), in association with Professional Women in Construction New Jersey Chapter and Professional Women in Building of the Garden State, hosted an exceptional networking event. On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, more than 80 female students from Ocean, Monmouth, and Middlesex Counties, all enrolled in construction-related career training programs, gathered at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Program Activity Center to connect with esteemed industry leaders, breaking down traditional barriers and fostering a sense of empowerment and camaraderie. The event kicked off with an inspiring panel of five industry leaders who shared their powerful stories of determination and success. Carol Stillwell, Owner & President of Stillwell-Hansen, Inc.; Leigh-Ann Brannigan, Membership Director for the Associated Construction Contractors of NJ; Julia Howard, Senior Project Manager at Gilbane Building Co.; Cyndie Williams, Executive Director of the Carpenter Contractor Trust; and Tom De Bartolo, President of Monmouth & Ocean B&CTC and President and Business Manager of Local 27, each took the stage to offer unique insights into their respective careers. The panelists addressed a series of thought-provoking questions prepared by female construction trade students from Ocean County Vocational Technical School. Each panelist shared their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in the construction industry, including the unique challenges faced by women in the field, providing valuable advice and inspiration during the Q&A session. The networking segment of the event offered an invaluable opportunity for students to connect with over 100 professionals from a wide array of sectors within the construction industry, including contractors, union representatives, project managers, apprentices, business agents, engineers, architects, business owners, utility companies, professional organizations, and much more. Students actively engaged with potential employers and industry leaders, asking questions, sharing their aspirations, and gaining insights into the realities of the profession. In turn, industry representatives enthusiastically interacted with the students, sharing their personal success stories and offering guidance on navigating career choices. This collaborative atmosphere allowed students to gather valuable contact information from these experts, paving the way for meaningful mentorship relationships and a deeper exploration of diverse career paths within the construction field. This event was more than just a networking opportunity; it was a powerful statement of inclusivity, support, and encouragement. By bringing together female students and industry leaders, OCVTS and its partners have taken a significant step towards breaking down barriers, inspiring future generations, and creating a more diverse and empowered workforce within the construction industry. This initiative is not just about raising awareness; it’s about providing practical content and actionable resources to advance inclusion. By highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion, we drive improvements within our organizations, elevate our projects, and inspire a new standard of excellence and innovation industry-wide—especially as part of Construction Inclusion Week, which focuses on making the workplace more welcoming and inclusive. The OCVTS Career and Technical Educational Programs represented include Welding, Electrical Trades, New Home Construction, Diesel Engine Technology, Building Construction Technology, Custom Woodworking and Design, Heavy Equipment Operation, Mates Engineering, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Plumbing, Pipefitting, Steamfitting, and Fire Suppression Systems. Additionally, the Adult Education programs in attendance included Basic Home Systems, Carpentry, Welding, and Electrical Trades. Organizations in attendance: ACCNJ, All County Exteriors LLC, Asbury Park Area Local Union 400 JATC, Berkowsky and Associates, Inc., Brick Recycling Company, Bricklayers Union/IMI, Building and General Construction Laborers Local 77, Carpenter Contractor Trust, Carpenters Union Local 255, Construction & General Laborers’ Local 172 Local 172, DI Group Architecture, Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters, EMR Group, George Harms Construction Co., Inc., Gilbane Building Company, H.C. Constructors, Inc., Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 32 / Insulators International Union, Heavy and General Laborers Local 472, Insulators International Union / Insulators Local 89 / Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 32, Insulators Local 89, International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 21 Springfield NJ branch, Ironworkers Local 11, Jay-Hill Repairs, JDC Energy Services, LLC, JINGOLI-DCO Energy, Local 400 IBEW Electrical Workers, Local 7 Tile, Marble, Terrazzo of NY/NJ, Local 9 Plumbers and Pipefitters, Middlesex County Magnet Schools, Monmouth County Vocational School District, Monmouth/Ocean Counties Building & Construction Trades Council, New Jersey Construction Craft Laborer Apprenticeship Program, New Jersey Resources, NJ Construction Craft Laborers Apprenticeship Program, NJBCTC/YTTW Program, Ocean County Vocational Technical School, Operating Engineers Local: IUOE Local 825, Professional Women in Building of the Garden State, Professional Women in Construction New Jersey Chapter, Provident Bank, Pure Soil, A Division of Earle, Riparian, Rizco, SERVPRO, Shore Builders Association of Central NJ, SMART Local 27 Sheet Metal Workers, Sprinkler Fitters Local 696 Newark N.J., Stavola, Stillwell-Hansen Inc., Thomas Company Inc., Vericon Construction, Woodworking Programs - Maplewoodshop, and World Insurance Associates. About Ocean County Vocational Technical School Ocean County Vocational Technical School provides an intensive and immersive educational experience aligned with the current and emerging demands of business, industry, and advanced education. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. Please visit www.ocvts.org to learn more. Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

One Hundred Twenty-Eight Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) students competed at the New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships which took place on Saturdays in March and April in several counties, throughout New Jersey. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY MAY 8, 2024 One Hundred Twenty-Eight Ocean County Vocational Technical Students Compete at NJ SkillsUSA Championships Bringing Home 36 Medals One Hundred Twenty-Eight Ocean County Vocational Technical Students Compete at NJ SkillsUSA Championships Bringing Home 36 Medals Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS MAY 8, 2024 One hundred twenty-eight Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) students competed at the New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships which took place Saturdays in March and April in Atlantic City, Gloucester, Payne Tech, Newark and Somerset Counties, New Jersey. In addition to the Vocational Schools’ sites, the N.E. Carpenters Apprentice Training Center, Edison, Lincoln Tech, South Plainfield, the Mercedes Benz Training Center, Robbinsville, and Vollers, Branchburg New Jersey also hosted various SkillsUSA competitions. SkillsUSA is a national organization which provides quality educational experiences for students in leadership, teamwork, citizenship and character development. The students competed in over 44 different career-skills events against other high school and post-secondary students from all regions of New Jersey. The Awards Ceremony was held at The Cure Arena, Trenton, Sunday, April 28, 2024 where winners were announced for all events. OCVTS students received an astounding 36 medals overall; 13 gold, 7 silver and 16 bronze. Many of the gold medal winners are now eligible to advance to the Annual SkillsUSA National Competition/Conference which will be held in Atlanta, Georgia at the end of June. As per the official website, skillsusa.org, the Conference is a showcase of career and technical education students. More than 12,000 people – including students, teachers and business partners – are expected to participate in the weeklong event. In addition to the actual competitions, students participate in individual, group and interactive leadership training activities. More than 6,000 career and technical education students, all state contest winners, will compete hands-on in 115 different trade, technical and leadership fields. The week’s events culminate with the Awards Ceremony, where many of the nation’s top finishers will receive scholarships, tools, computers or other prizes related to their career fields in additional to their medals and national recognition. GOLD MEDAL WINNERS, THEIR PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND HOMETOWN: Lillion Bartlinski. Law & Public Safety, Waretown, Sarahy Gaspar, Law & Public Safety, Manchester, Sean Grimste, Marine Service Technology, Barnegat Light, Thomas Hegyvari, Design & Visual Communication, Brick, Hailey Klimas, Design & Visual Communication, Manahawkin, Jordan Kosich, Design & Visual Communication, Barnegat, Kathleen Lopez, Law & Public Safety, Lanoka Harbor, Cleatus Oakes, Marine & Environmental Science, Point Pleasant, Michael Veshela, Design & Visual Communication, Manahawkin, Emily Wilczek, Law & Public Safety, Forked River, Ava Snelling, Cosmetology, Manchester, Adamari Flores, Design & Visual Communications, Brick, and Rachael Kessler, Cosmetology, Toms River. SILVER MEDAL WINNERS, THEIR PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND HOMETOWN: Mikayla Redway, Building Construction Technology, Brick, Jennise Rodriguez, Building Construction Technology, Toms River, Nicholas Schiattarella, Marine Service Technology, West Creek, Rocco Schmitt, Building Construction Technology, Lanoka Harbor, Breanna Douglas, Electrical Trades, Manahawkin, Jake Jauch, Culinary Arts, Manahawkin, and Austin Jones, Health & Fitness, Point Pleasant. BRONZE MEDAL WINNERS, THEIR PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND HOMETOWN: Alexis Alvarado, Performing Arts, Brick, Jake Buckman, Electrical Trades, Toms River, Kyle Canfield, Law & Public Safety, Brick, Timothy Dluhos, Law & Public Safety, Brick, Sophie Gabriel, Performing Arts, Bayville, Colton Harper, Heavy Equipment Operator, New Egypt, Vincent Jimenez, Law & Public Safety, Bayville, Lia Kostrey, Law & Public Safety, Barnegat, Logan Kozlik, Law & Public Safety, Barnegat, Natividad Martinez, Cosmetology, Jackson, Jacob Michalik, Law & Public Safety, Brick, Brenda Sanchez, Law & Public Safety, Lakewood, Emma Thomas, Design & Visual Communications, Toms River, Gracie Hammel, Performing Arts, Manahawkin, Sarah Roth, Performing Arts, Bayville and Isabella Vitello, Performing Arts, Toms River. Ocean County Vocational Technical School offers over 30 career training programs for high school students and adults. Visit www.ocvts.org for information about all of the programs and services offered at OCVTS. OCVTS is accepting applications for September classes. Discover how OCVTS can be a part of your future! Follow OCVTS on twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. Previous Next OCVTS Training and Industry Partnership Open Doors to Careers in Land Surveying and Engineering October 14, 2026 New Opportunities Are on the Horizon as MATES Expansion Takes STEM Education to the Next Level September 29, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students September 4, 2026 OCVTS Year In Review 2025/2026 Magazine Vol. 4 | 2025/2026 58 PRACTICAL NURSING GRADUATES HONORED DURING OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL'S 103RD COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY JUNE 25, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School State Champions Place at the SkillsUSA Nationals in Atlanta GA JUNE 18, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Connects Healthcare Trade School Students and Industry Employers June 3, 2026 OCVTS Career Fair Brings Over 300 Trade School Students Face-to-Face with Automotive Industry Leaders MAY, 13 2026 OCVTS Hosts 5th Annual Ocean County Construction Trades Career Expo MAY 6, 2026 OCVTS Continues to Bring Workforce Leaders Together to Shape the Future of Career & Technical Education April 29, 2026 Ocean County Vocational Technical School Students Bring Home 43 Medals From New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships APRIL 21, 2026 58 Future Nurses Take the Next Step at OCVTS Capping Ceremony APRIL 13, 2026 One Hundred Twenty-Eight Ocean County Vocational Technical Students Compete at NJ SkillsUSA Championships Bringing Home 36 Medals Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS MAY 8, 2024 One Hundred Twenty-Eight Ocean County Vocational Technical Students Compete at NJ SkillsUSA Championships Bringing Home 36 Medals Previous One hundred twenty-eight Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) students competed at the New Jersey SkillsUSA Championships which took place Saturdays in March and April in Atlantic City, Gloucester, Payne Tech, Newark and Somerset Counties, New Jersey. In addition to the Vocational Schools’ sites, the N.E. Carpenters Apprentice Training Center, Edison, Lincoln Tech, South Plainfield, the Mercedes Benz Training Center, Robbinsville, and Vollers, Branchburg New Jersey also hosted various SkillsUSA competitions. SkillsUSA is a national organization which provides quality educational experiences for students in leadership, teamwork, citizenship and character development. The students competed in over 44 different career-skills events against other high school and post-secondary students from all regions of New Jersey. The Awards Ceremony was held at The Cure Arena, Trenton, Sunday, April 28, 2024 where winners were announced for all events. OCVTS students received an astounding 36 medals overall; 13 gold, 7 silver and 16 bronze. Many of the gold medal winners are now eligible to advance to the Annual SkillsUSA National Competition/Conference which will be held in Atlanta, Georgia at the end of June. As per the official website, skillsusa.org, the Conference is a showcase of career and technical education students. More than 12,000 people – including students, teachers and business partners – are expected to participate in the weeklong event. In addition to the actual competitions, students participate in individual, group and interactive leadership training activities. More than 6,000 career and technical education students, all state contest winners, will compete hands-on in 115 different trade, technical and leadership fields. The week’s events culminate with the Awards Ceremony, where many of the nation’s top finishers will receive scholarships, tools, computers or other prizes related to their career fields in additional to their medals and national recognition. GOLD MEDAL WINNERS, THEIR PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND HOMETOWN: Lillion Bartlinski. Law & Public Safety, Waretown, Sarahy Gaspar, Law & Public Safety, Manchester, Sean Grimste, Marine Service Technology, Barnegat Light, Thomas Hegyvari, Design & Visual Communication, Brick, Hailey Klimas, Design & Visual Communication, Manahawkin, Jordan Kosich, Design & Visual Communication, Barnegat, Kathleen Lopez, Law & Public Safety, Lanoka Harbor, Cleatus Oakes, Marine & Environmental Science, Point Pleasant, Michael Veshela, Design & Visual Communication, Manahawkin, Emily Wilczek, Law & Public Safety, Forked River, Ava Snelling, Cosmetology, Manchester, Adamari Flores, Design & Visual Communications, Brick, and Rachael Kessler, Cosmetology, Toms River. SILVER MEDAL WINNERS, THEIR PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND HOMETOWN: Mikayla Redway, Building Construction Technology, Brick, Jennise Rodriguez, Building Construction Technology, Toms River, Nicholas Schiattarella, Marine Service Technology, West Creek, Rocco Schmitt, Building Construction Technology, Lanoka Harbor, Breanna Douglas, Electrical Trades, Manahawkin, Jake Jauch, Culinary Arts, Manahawkin, and Austin Jones, Health & Fitness, Point Pleasant. BRONZE MEDAL WINNERS, THEIR PROGRAMS OF STUDY AND HOMETOWN: Alexis Alvarado, Performing Arts, Brick, Jake Buckman, Electrical Trades, Toms River, Kyle Canfield, Law & Public Safety, Brick, Timothy Dluhos, Law & Public Safety, Brick, Sophie Gabriel, Performing Arts, Bayville, Colton Harper, Heavy Equipment Operator, New Egypt, Vincent Jimenez, Law & Public Safety, Bayville, Lia Kostrey, Law & Public Safety, Barnegat, Logan Kozlik, Law & Public Safety, Barnegat, Natividad Martinez, Cosmetology, Jackson, Jacob Michalik, Law & Public Safety, Brick, Brenda Sanchez, Law & Public Safety, Lakewood, Emma Thomas, Design & Visual Communications, Toms River, Gracie Hammel, Performing Arts, Manahawkin, Sarah Roth, Performing Arts, Bayville and Isabella Vitello, Performing Arts, Toms River. Ocean County Vocational Technical School offers over 30 career training programs for high school students and adults. Visit www.ocvts.org for information about all of the programs and services offered at OCVTS. OCVTS is accepting applications for September classes. Discover how OCVTS can be a part of your future! Follow OCVTS on twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next

OCVTS Professional Development. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY EDUCATION AT IT'S BEST School Safety & Security Higher Education Cares Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) Required Disclosure and Reporting Cares Act Information . PDF Reporting Requirements Cares Act HEERF I Student Portion . PDF Reporting Requirements CARES Act HEERF II Student Portion . PDF Reporting Requirements CARES Act HEERF III Student Portion . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 12/31/2023 (posted 1/12/2024) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 9/30/2023 (posted 1/12/2024) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 6/30/2023 (posted 8/7/2023) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 3/31/2023 (posted 4/19/2023) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 12/31/2022 (posted 1/10/2023) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 9/30/2022 (posted 10/11/2022) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 9.30.21 (posted 10/6/2021) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 6/30/2022 (posted 7/11/2022) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 3.31.22 (posted 4/11/2022) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 12.31.21 (posted 1/10/2022) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 6.30.21 (posted 7/8/2021) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 3/31/2021 (posted 4/9/2021) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 12/31/2020 (posted 1/10/2021) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 9/30/2020 (posted 10/28/2020) . PDF HEERF Institutional Portion & FIPSE Quarterly Report 9/30/2022 (posted 10/11/2022) . PDF

The Ocean County Vocational Technical School District (OCVTS) is proud to announce a major milestone that will expand career training opportunities for 222 additional students and strengthen workforce development across Ocean County. PROGRAM AREA \ COURSE OF STUDY September 4, 2026 Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students Ribbon-Cutting Celebrates OCVTS Waretown Center Renovation Expanding Career Training for 222 Additional Students Nicholas Spiech, OCVTS September 4, 2026 On September 4, the Ocean County Vocational Technical School District (OCVTS) celebrated a major milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the completion of the Waretown Center Renovation Project. The 24,000-square-foot renovation represents a significant investment in career and technical education and the future of Ocean County’s workforce. The project includes six trade shops, six classrooms, and a security vestibule, along with substantial infrastructure upgrades, including a new HVAC system, electrical system, standby generator, energy-efficient lighting, fresh interior and exterior finishes, and new sidewalks. The renovation increases the Waretown Center’s student capacity by 222 students, growing from 48 to 270 total students and representing a more than fivefold increase in access to career and technical education. The expanded offerings include Electrical Trades with capacity for 48 students, Veterinary Assistant with capacity for 48 students, Auto Servicing with capacity for 30 students, and Cosmetology with capacity for 48 students. The Waretown Center has also become home to the Bricklayer, Allied Craftworker, and Masonry program, which has capacity for 48 students and was formerly located at the OCVTS Brick Center. The Automotive Technology program, which was already located at the Waretown Center, will continue to serve up to 48 students. These expanded offerings provide students with access to modern facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and hands-on training that reflects the skills and technologies used in today’s workforce. Through career-focused education and practical experience, students are gaining the knowledge and technical skills needed to pursue rewarding careers while helping address the growing demand for skilled workers across Ocean County. Beyond expanding educational opportunities, the Waretown Center renovation represents an investment in the future of the local community. By strengthening career and technical education and expanding partnerships with businesses and industry leaders, OCVTS is helping create a stronger connection between the classroom and the workforce. Students will have greater opportunities to develop industry-relevant skills and prepare for careers in fields that are essential to the continued growth and success of the region. The expansion reflects OCVTS’s ongoing commitment to preparing students for success beyond the classroom. By providing high-quality technical education, hands-on training, and direct pathways into in-demand careers, OCVTS continues to build a pipeline of skilled professionals prepared to meet the workforce needs of tomorrow. The Ocean County Vocational Technical School District extends its sincere appreciation to the Ocean County Commissioners for their continued investment in the future of OCVTS students, the community, and the local workforce. OCVTS also, extends its sincere gratitude to all who helped make the ribbon-cutting ceremonies a memorable moment. A special thank you to Ocean County Commissioner Director Frank Sadeghi; Ocean County Commissioner Deputy Director Jennifier Bacchione; Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace; Ken Baulderstone, Mayor of Ocean Township; Stephen Scaturro, President of the OCVTS Board of Education; OCVTS Board of Education and Administration; and everyone involved in supporting the Waretown Center Renovation Project. Their commitment to expanding educational opportunities and strengthening career and technical education will have a lasting impact on students and the Ocean County community. The Waretown Center stands as another example of OCVTS’s commitment to empowering students with the skills, training, and opportunities needed to build successful careers and contribute to a stronger workforce throughout Ocean County. About Ocean County Vocational Technical School Ocean County Vocational Technical School provides an intensive and immersive educational experience aligned with the current and emerging demands of business, industry, and advanced education. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. Please visit www.ocvts.org to learn more. 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The 24,000-square-foot renovation represents a significant investment in career and technical education and the future of Ocean County’s workforce. The project includes six trade shops, six classrooms, and a security vestibule, along with substantial infrastructure upgrades, including a new HVAC system, electrical system, standby generator, energy-efficient lighting, fresh interior and exterior finishes, and new sidewalks. The renovation increases the Waretown Center’s student capacity by 222 students, growing from 48 to 270 total students and representing a more than fivefold increase in access to career and technical education. The expanded offerings include Electrical Trades with capacity for 48 students, Veterinary Assistant with capacity for 48 students, Auto Servicing with capacity for 30 students, and Cosmetology with capacity for 48 students. The Waretown Center has also become home to the Bricklayer, Allied Craftworker, and Masonry program, which has capacity for 48 students and was formerly located at the OCVTS Brick Center. The Automotive Technology program, which was already located at the Waretown Center, will continue to serve up to 48 students. These expanded offerings provide students with access to modern facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and hands-on training that reflects the skills and technologies used in today’s workforce. Through career-focused education and practical experience, students are gaining the knowledge and technical skills needed to pursue rewarding careers while helping address the growing demand for skilled workers across Ocean County. Beyond expanding educational opportunities, the Waretown Center renovation represents an investment in the future of the local community. By strengthening career and technical education and expanding partnerships with businesses and industry leaders, OCVTS is helping create a stronger connection between the classroom and the workforce. Students will have greater opportunities to develop industry-relevant skills and prepare for careers in fields that are essential to the continued growth and success of the region. The expansion reflects OCVTS’s ongoing commitment to preparing students for success beyond the classroom. By providing high-quality technical education, hands-on training, and direct pathways into in-demand careers, OCVTS continues to build a pipeline of skilled professionals prepared to meet the workforce needs of tomorrow. The Ocean County Vocational Technical School District extends its sincere appreciation to the Ocean County Commissioners for their continued investment in the future of OCVTS students, the community, and the local workforce. OCVTS also, extends its sincere gratitude to all who helped make the ribbon-cutting ceremonies a memorable moment. A special thank you to Ocean County Commissioner Director Frank Sadeghi; Ocean County Commissioner Deputy Director Jennifier Bacchione; Ocean County Commissioner Robert Arace; Ken Baulderstone, Mayor of Ocean Township; Stephen Scaturro, President of the OCVTS Board of Education; OCVTS Board of Education and Administration; and everyone involved in supporting the Waretown Center Renovation Project. Their commitment to expanding educational opportunities and strengthening career and technical education will have a lasting impact on students and the Ocean County community. The Waretown Center stands as another example of OCVTS’s commitment to empowering students with the skills, training, and opportunities needed to build successful careers and contribute to a stronger workforce throughout Ocean County. About Ocean County Vocational Technical School Ocean County Vocational Technical School provides an intensive and immersive educational experience aligned with the current and emerging demands of business, industry, and advanced education. We instill the knowledge, skills, and competencies required for students to experience success in entering the workforce, advancing along a career pathway, and achieving career aspirations. Please visit www.ocvts.org to learn more. Avenir Light is a clean and stylish font favored by designers. It's easy on the eyes and a great go to font for titles, paragraphs & more. Next